Gunmen on Tuesday killed Markus Ishaya, a local campaign coordinator of the Kaduna state governor-elect, Nasir El-Rufai.
According to a statement by El-Rufai’s spokesperson, Samuel Aruwan, the gunmen trailed Mr. Ishaya to his village, Atuku Kasa, Atuku Ward of Jema’a local government area of the state and shot him several times. Mr. Aruwan said: “His family informed us that unknown gunmen stormed his residence and shot him several times.
“The men, two in number, were well armed and did not pick any property in his residence except carrying out the ungodly act.
“The Police have confirmed the incident. The Police have also visited the scene of the crime and have commenced investigation. “While we appreciate their prompt action, our expectation is that the security agencies will fully investigate this killing and prosecute the perpetrators.
“Security agencies must adequately protect all Nigerians irrespective of their status and standing,” he said.